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Lorehaven: Christian Fantastic Fiction Webzine to Launch in Autumn 2017
Fans who love Jesus and fantastic fiction will have a new and free guide when Lorehaven releases its first…
August 14, 2017-
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Magazine and FreelanceFocus Is Key to Magazine Writing by Terry Whalin
Recently a Morgan James author and I were talking about writing for magazines. She admitted that she had tried…
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ScreenwritingFrom Script to Stage/Screen: Part 2
In our first article, we looked at how research was vital to prepare any director to present a script…
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The Ministry of WritingAccurately Use the Familiar — Seminary in 5: New Testament Survey
Save money. Learn theology. Become a better writer. Minister more effective. That’s my hope for you. In this second…
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Fantasy-Sci-Fi, StoryworldEntertainment in your Storyworld
We’ve spoken before about how little details can help color your storyworld. Societal habits, mating customs, dinner choices, and…
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Dear Young ScribesWhat’s Wrong With Adjectives & Adverbs?
When I was in elementary school, I was taught to incorporate as many adjectives and adverbs into my stories…
August 9, 2017 -
Writer EncouragementWings of a Writer
Note: I was inspired to write “Wings of a Writer” when I had the privilege of watching two mourning…
August 8, 2017 -
Guest post archive, UncategorizedNot My Baby- Hope Bolinger
“Sorry, but I can’t make those changes to my manuscript. It’s my baby.” We cling tight to our books,…
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Fantasy-Sci-FiSetting Versus Dialogue
“It was a dark and stormy night.” One of the most famous opening lines of literature comes from Edward…
August 7, 2017 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's LifeCooking Up Something Good
I currently have a guilty-pleasure television show. I’ve seen the episodes on Netflix at least twice apiece, and I…
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A Pinch of PoetryWhat is blank verse? – Darlo O. Gemeinhardt
What is blank verse? Blank verse doesn’t recognize a rhyme scheme but it does adhere to a developed metrical…
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Magazine and FreelanceMAGAZINE ARTICLE IDEAS INSPIRED BY CHARLIE BROWN
“Wah wah woh wah wah” Is all I hear at times. I feel like Charlie Brown, a blockhead. My…
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BestsellersBest Selling Author-Stephanie Collins
Can you share a little about your recent book – With Angel’s Wings is a true medical drama/unconventional love…
August 1, 2017 -
Heard It Through The HartlineChoosing the Best Book Title
Recently a client and I went back and forth several times until we settled on a title for her…
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Journeying through the Writer's LifeFor Writers: 7 Tips to Silence the Negative Voices in Your Head
Following the dream of becoming a writer involves so much more than just learning how to write. Sure that’s…
July 29, 2017 -
Magazine and Freelance
Dos and Don’ts of Magazine Article Writing
“Me, write for magazines? Never. I barely have the energy or expertise to write my book, let alone write…
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Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)Writing With Disability -Featuring Writing of The Holy Bible – Part Three:
King David, Isaiah, Jeremiah: Inclusion of Their Sick and Crippled Picture a playground of children picking teams for…
July 27, 2017 -
5 For WritingMy 5 Rules for Writing
My favorite canine writer, Snoopy of Peanuts fame, received a boatload of rejection slips in his pursuit of a…
July 26, 2017 -
Copywrite/AdvertisingMaking the Leap to Full-Time Freelance Writer
You will go out and leap like calves released from their stalls. – Malachi 4:2 Speaking of vulnerability, I’m about to…
July 25, 2017 -
Platform and Branding4 Must-Have Features For Your Blog
One of the cornerstones of your platform is your personal website or blog. Whether professionally designed or a DIY…
July 24, 2017 -
Specs: Speculative FictionCommitted Writer or Dabbler?
Hey guys, I wanted to kick this whole thing off by welcoming you to the ranks. (Though I’m sure…
July 23, 2017 -
Write JustifiedSticks and Stones and Words Can Hurt
In anticipation of the upcoming presidential election cycle, prepare to hear some unsavory comments, even name-calling among candidates. Here’s…
July 22, 2017 -
Publishing PerspectivesThe Big Five Family Tree: Book Publishers
Welcome to Publishing Perspectives! I’ll be talking about all things publishing. Let’s start with an overview of the publishing…
July 21, 2017 -
Child's CraftOne Reason I Write for Children by Jean Matthew Hall
Why do you write for Children? To be famous? To teach children the truth? To evangelize children? To fulfill…
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Talking CharacterDeveloping Your Character’s Voice
I was once in a bus full of high school students when I heard a boy behind me read…
July 19, 2017